Glucophage Xr
Utilized to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus and indicated to support glucose control effectively for improved endocrine function.
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Metformin
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 1000mg
Glucophage Xr details
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Alternative names
- Glucophage SR; Glucophage; Glycomet
- Therapeutic class
- Biguanide Antidiabetic
- Pharmacological class
- Biguanide
- Contraindications
- diabetic ketoacidosis; severe renal impairment; hypersensitivity to metformin
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; diarrhoea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- metallic taste; decreased vitamin B12 absorption
- Serious side effects
- lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Merck
- Onset Time
- 4–8 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; iodinated contrast media
- Age restrictions
- Use in children over 10 years only if prescribed.
Precautions and warnings
monitor blood glucose regularly; risk of lactic acidosis if kidney function is compromised; discontinue before major surgery
Patient summary
utilized to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus and indicated to support glucose control effectively for improved endocrine function.
Mechanism of action
Metformin works by reducing glucose production by the liver, decreasing intestinal glucose absorption, and increasing insulin sensitivity to improve peripheral glucose uptake and utilization.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: standard treatment for gestational diabetes, usually discussed with a specialist. Breastfeeding: generally considered compatible but requires monitoring.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Glucophage Xr
Glucophage Xr features Metformin as its active ingredient, a common option for managing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. This medication is also sold under brand names such as Glucophage Sr, Glucophage and Glycomet. Manufactured by Merck, it is supplied as a 1000mg tablet to assist patients in maintaining long-term blood sugar control.
Buying Glucophage Xr online
Glucophage Xr is registered across 13 markets including Japan, the UAE and Singapore, with availability also in Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia. As one of the most ordered glucose regulators across the region, generic Metformin remains far more affordable than many branded alternatives. For expats and people travelling across Asia who may be far from a well stocked medical shop, ordering online provides consistent and cost-effective access to essential daily care.